City of Italy
Proclamation
Office of the Mayor

WHEREAS, today’s society is finding more citizens involved in motorcycling on the roads of our country: and

WHEREAS, motorcycles are roughly unprotected and therefore more prone to injury or death in a crash than other vehicle drivers; and

WHEREAS, campaigns have helped inform riders and motorists alike on motorcycle safety issues to reduce motorcycle related risks, injuries, and, most of all, fatalities, though a comprehensive approach to motorcycle safety; and

WHEREAS, it is the responsibility of all who put themselves behind the wheel, to become aware of motorcyclists, regarding them with the same respect as any other vehicle traveling the highways of the country; and it is the responsibility of riders and motorists alike to obey all traffic laws and safety rules; and

WHEREAS, urging all citizens of our community to become aware of the inherent danger involved in operating a motorcycle, and for riders and motorists alike to give each other the mutual respect they deserve;

NOW, THEREFORE, I Frank Jackson, Mayor of the City of Italy do hereby proclaim the month of May, as Motorcycle Safety and Awareness Month in this city. Further, I urge all residents to do their part to increase safety and awareness in our community.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have sent my hand and caused the Seal of the City to be affixed this 24th day of May in the year 2011.

Frank Jackson, Mayor
City of Italy, Texas